APA WF 22-13 Allowing Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to Render Physician-Required Psychiatric Services
These rule changes were previously approved by the OHCA Board of Directors and the Governor and are currently in effect as emergency rules. Due to Oklahoma Statutes, these rules must be taken through the permanent rulemaking process.
The proposed rule changes will allow APRNs with psychiatric certifications and PAs to provide psychiatric services. Presently, psychiatric service provision is only allowed by psychiatrists to members in inpatient settings. The psychiatric services provided by APRNs and PAs will now also include psychiatric evaluations and weekly individual treatment hours.
Please view the circulation document here: APA WF # 22-13 and submit feedback via the comment box below.
Circulation Date: 02/01/2023
Comment Due Date: 03/03/2023
Public Hearing: 03/07/2023
Board Meeting: 03/22/2023
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